June 2026 – These are the wines we will reach for all season long—chill, elegant bottles that capture the spirit of summer in Sausalito. From the bright citrus and mineral notes of Amévive’s Albariño and Lady of the Sunshine Sauvignon Blanc to the refreshing Graciano Rosé and the lightly chilled Scar of the Sea Pinot Noir co-ferment, each wine is cool and vibrant. Grape Republic’s expressive Yamagata wines add a new perspective, showcasing Japan’s natural wine movement. Whether paired with great food, or a sunny afternoon with friends, these wines are made for summer days and long evenings.
AMEVIVE WINES
Amévive was founded by master vintner Alice Anderson and her husband, Topher Anderson, in California’s Santa Ynez Valley with a mission to create elegant wines that celebrate biodiversity and a deep connection to the land. Working with regeneratively farmed vineyards, the Andersons craft lively, low-intervention wines that highlight both uncommon grape varieties and distinctive vineyard sites. The winery’s name, meaning “love life,” reflects a philosophy centered on ecological stewardship, community, and beautiful wines.
AMEVIVE
Santa Ynez
Albarino Alisos Canyon
Crisp, saline, coastal-style white with citrus, stone fruit, and mineral character. Albariño is one of Amévive’s standout varieties and is known for lively acidity. Lemon peel, peach, nectarine, and saline freshness. | $36.99
AMEVIVE
Santa Ynez
Graciano Rosé
Fresh, savory rosé with bright red fruit, citrus, and herbal notes. Graciano naturally brings acidity and structure. | $39.99
GRAPE REPUBLIC
Based in Nanyo City, this natural winery crafts highly sought-after, organic wines fermented in vintage barrels and Spanish clay amphoras. Founded in 2017 in Japan’s Yamagata Prefecture, Grape Republic is part of a new generation of winemakers redefining Japanese wine through organic farming and low-intervention techniques. Led by a philosophy of expressing the character of Yamagata’s climate and soils, the winery works with locally grown grapes and spontaneous fermentations to create vibrant wines. Grape Republic has gained an international following for its innovative blends, natural winemaking approach, and commitment to showcasing the potential of Japan as a world-class wine region.
GRAPE REPUBLIC
Yamagata, Japan
Chardonnay
Japanese Chardonnay tends to be elegant, mineral-driven, and restrained, showing citrus, pear, apple, and subtle oak rather than the richer California style. | $46.99
GRAPE REPUBLIC
Yamagata, Japan
Anfora Rossa
“Anfora” means fermentation or aging in clay. Expect a lighter, fresh, natural-wine style red with earthy, savory character. Serve slightly chilled. | $46.99
SCAR OF THE SEA WINES
Scar of the Sea was established in 2012 by husband and wife duo Mikey and Gina Giugni in San Luis Obispo. They started out leasing small coastal vineyard sites and have grown with their wines. In July 2024, Mikey and Gina founded their farm: the 29-acre Bassi Vineyard in Avila Beach, nestled in the heart of the San Luis Obispo Coast AVA and one mile from the Pacific Ocean. This coastal site, farmed using regenerative and biodynamic principles, is now their home vineyard. The Giugni’s steward 42 acres in total, over 4 different vineyard sites, with their small team.
SCAR OF THE SEA
San Luis Obispo
Bassi Vineyard Pinot Gris–Pinot Noir Co-Ferment
A dark rosé-style co-ferment, not a traditional red. The wine shows bright strawberry, pomegranate, blood orange, rose petal, and herbal notes with vibrant acidity and a saline coastal character. Serve slightly chilled.
STOLPMAN WINES
Founded by Tom and Marilyn Stolpman in the late 1980s, Stolpman Vineyards helped establish Ballard Canyon in Santa Barbara County as one of California’s premier wine-growing regions. The family-owned estate is known for its dry-farmed vineyards, regenerative farming practices, and wines that reflect the area’s limestone-rich soils and cooling Pacific influences. Today, Stolpman produces vibrant Rhône and Mediterranean-inspired wines while maintaining a strong commitment to sustainability and its vineyard workforce.
